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‘Invisible’ but essential: Baltimore’s Black immigrants
And, although there has been an exodus of Black residents from Baltimore in the past decade, its foreign-born Black population has continued to grow.
Syrians with Maryland ties celebrate fall of Assad, brace for what comes next
For people of Syrian descent with Maryland ties, the news of rebels toppling the Assad regime has been met with mixed emotions.
Maryland’s immigrant support groups see a surge in requests following Trump win
In the month following Donald Trump’s presidential win, organizations and advocates representing immigrant populations report a significant uptick in inquiries and calls.
Impact director at Hotel Revival begins job as DEI positions are under attack
As the newly hired Impact Director at Hotel Revival in Mount Vernon, Jasmine Garland begins her role as DEI positions are under attack.
Is a welcoming Maryland ready for an increase in its immigrant populations?
Maryland is preparing for an influx of immigrants looking for less hostile living conditions than in other less-welcoming states
Trump concerns temper immigrant joy at Maryland naturalization ceremony
On a day of joy and accomplishment, there were also concerns as Trump’s campaign has promised to “seal the border and stop the migrant invasion.”
Maryland celebrities dish about the best gifts they have given or received
We asked Maryland celebrities about the best gifts they have given or received.
Maryland women wonder: Will America ever elect a female president?
After loses by Hillary Clinton and Kamala Harris, Maryland women in politics ponder whether they will see a woman president in their lifetime.
They voted to make history with Harris and lost. Black women react to Trump’s victory.
Black women voted to make history supporting Kamala Harris. After her loss, many take it personally.
Alsobrooks’ victory cements Maryland’s status as Black political powerhouse
Maryland is now the only state with three sitting Black politicians at the same time in its top elected offices.
Has race played a role in some people’s opposition to Harborplace?
Some believe race is coming into play in Harborplace and other issues in this year’s election.
From a queer cabaret to an artsy bar event, here’s where to watch election results
Grab a drink, enjoy happy hour prices and watch the voting results trickle in at these election night parties
Addressing youth voting one concert at a time
#iVoted, which works in conjunction with Johns Hopkins University’s SNF Agora Institute, produces free concerts as an incentive to get young people to vote.
Young people could define this election — if they vote
Signs point to large voter turnout by youths this election. But will they actually vote?
From Nicole Ari Parker to Christian Siriano, Maryland celebrities get political
We’ve combed social media profiles, watched television appearances and read interviews in other publications to tell you how celebrities with Maryland ties will vote this election cycle.
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